Louisiana

Disability & Emergency Preparedness Resources for Louisiana New!

View a list of links to federal, regional, state and local disability-related emergency management resources in your state.

AARP in Louisiana

Louisiana chapter of the AARP, dedicated to enhancing quality of life for all as they age. Includes information on independent living, benefits, transportation and more.

Area Agency On Aging (AAA)

Area agencies on aging (AAA) contract with providers for the following services: congregate meals, home delivered meals, homemaker, nutrition counseling, transportation, legal assistance, nutrition education, information and assistance and outreach.

BlazeSports Louisiana

Nonprofit organization offers sports and recreation opportunities for people with disabilities.

Caddo Council on Aging

Provides in-home, community and caregiver services to aging residents and people with disabilities in the Caddo County, LA.

Capital Area Agency on Aging

Works to ensure availability of supportive and nutrition services to all persons aged 60 and older in several counties in the Baton Rouge area.

Easter Seals Louisiana - Camp without Barriers for Children & Adults with Disabilities

Information about camping and recreation opportunities for people with disabilities in Louisiana.

Jean Lafitte National Historical Park & Preserve Accessibility Information

Information from the National Park Service regarding accessibility at the Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve.

Louisiana Developmental Disabilities Council

The Louisiana Developmental Disabilities Council is made up of people from every region of the state who are appointed by the governor to develop and implement a five year plan to address the needs of persons with disabilities.

Louisiana Governor's Office of Elderly Affairs

Serves as a focal point for Louisiana's senior citizens and administers a broad range of home and community based services through a network of 37 Area Agencies on Aging.

Louisiana Independent Living Centers (ILCs)

Contact information for all ILCs in Louisiana. ILCs provide people with disabilities advocacy and support services, including assistance with employment, transportation, housing, health care and living skills.

Louisiana Independent Living Program

Program provides services to people with significant disabilities to enhance their ability to live independently, function in their homes and with their families and to participate in their communities.

Louisiana Office for Citizens with Developmental Disabilities

Office of the Louisiana Department of Health and Hospital serves people with developmental disabilities and their families and professionals who support them through a variety of services and programs including individual and family supports (i.e., personal care assistance, cash subsidy, respite, crisis intervention and supported living services).

United Cerebral Palsy (UCP) of Greater New Orleans

Assists individuals with all types of disabilities to live in their own homes, have jobs and fulfill their dreams of becoming independent, productive citizens.
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